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Perceived Gaps in Genetics Training Among Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists: Lessons From a National Survey.
Peter, Beate; Dougherty, Michael J; Reed, E Kate; Edelman, Emily; Hanson, Karen.
Afiliação
  • Peter B; Department of Speech and Hearing Science, Arizona State University, Tempe.
  • Dougherty MJ; Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Saint Louis University, MO.
  • Reed EK; American Society of Human Genetics, Bethesda, MD.
  • Edelman E; Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora.
  • Hanson K; The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor, ME.
Am J Speech Lang Pathol ; 28(2): 408-423, 2019 05 27.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-31091132
ABSTRACT
Purpose The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, self-rated confidence, and perceived relevance of genetics in the clinical practice of audiologists and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) toward a better understanding of the need for genetics education, given that genetics plays a growing role in the diagnosis of hearing impairment and communication disorders. Method A survey consisting of 8 demographic items and 16 content questions was returned by 233 audiologists and 283 SLPs. Knowledge of applied genetics was queried with clinical scenarios in a multiple-choice format. Self-assessment of clinical confidence and perceived relevance of genetics in one's field was queried with questions and statements rated on 5-point Likert scales. The benefit of additional training in genetics was rated with a yes/no question, and if answered with yes, suggested topics were entered. Results A large significant gap between confidence in one's own genetics skills and the perceived relevance of genetics was evident, regardless of professional group. Over one third of the audiologists and over two thirds of the SLPs indicated low or somewhat low confidence in their own ability to implement principles of genetics, whereas over two thirds of both groups agreed that genetics is relevant for their field. Regardless of group, confidence scores were significantly and positively associated with relevance scores. Over 80% of respondents in both groups indicated that they would benefit from additional training in genetics. Most commonly suggested topics included genetic causes, general information about genetics, and making referrals. Conclusion Both audiologists and SLPs felt that genetics is relevant for their fields and that additional training in genetics would be beneficial. Future studies should evaluate the effect of genetics training on patient outcomes and the need for incorporating genetics more extensively into audiology and speech-language pathology training programs.
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Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Assunto principal: Atitude do Pessoal de Saúde / Patologia da Fala e Linguagem / Pessoal de Saúde / Transtornos da Comunicação / Educação Profissionalizante / Audiologistas / Genética / Transtornos da Audição Tipo de estudo: Diagnostic_studies Limite: Adult / Aged / Female / Humans / Male / Middle aged Idioma: En Revista: Am J Speech Lang Pathol Assunto da revista: PATOLOGIA DA FALA E LINGUAGEM Ano de publicação: 2019 Tipo de documento: Article

Texto completo: 1 Coleções: 01-internacional Base de dados: MEDLINE Assunto principal: Atitude do Pessoal de Saúde / Patologia da Fala e Linguagem / Pessoal de Saúde / Transtornos da Comunicação / Educação Profissionalizante / Audiologistas / Genética / Transtornos da Audição Tipo de estudo: Diagnostic_studies Limite: Adult / Aged / Female / Humans / Male / Middle aged Idioma: En Revista: Am J Speech Lang Pathol Assunto da revista: PATOLOGIA DA FALA E LINGUAGEM Ano de publicação: 2019 Tipo de documento: Article